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What is a first class lever?
What is a first class lever?
The fulcrum is positioned between the effort and resistance.
In a first class lever example, the effort is a man pulling, the fulcrum is a triangle, and the load is a _____.
In a first class lever example, the effort is a man pulling, the fulcrum is a triangle, and the load is a _____.
rock
Provide an example of a first class lever.
Provide an example of a first class lever.
Neck moving up.
What characterizes a second class lever?
What characterizes a second class lever?
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In a second class lever example, what is the role of the calf?
In a second class lever example, what is the role of the calf?
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What is an example of a second class lever?
What is an example of a second class lever?
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What defines a third class lever?
What defines a third class lever?
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In a third class lever example, what is the effort?
In a third class lever example, what is the effort?
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What is an example of a third class lever?
What is an example of a third class lever?
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What letters represent first class, second class, and third class levers?
What letters represent first class, second class, and third class levers?
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What does a first class lever help with?
What does a first class lever help with?
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What is a characteristic of a second class lever?
What is a characteristic of a second class lever?
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What is a feature of a third class lever?
What is a feature of a third class lever?
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Study Notes
Classification of Levers
- First Class Lever: Fulcrum positioned between effort and load; common in balance scenarios.
- First Class Lever Example: Neck movement; head acts as the load and the muscles provide effort.
- Second Class Lever: Load is situated between the fulcrum and effort; effective for lifting heavier loads.
- Second Class Lever Example: Calf raises; effort is provided by the calf pushing up, fulcrum is the toe, and the load is the body weight lifted from the ground.
- Third Class Lever: The fulcrum is at one end with effort located between the fulcrum and the load; emphasizes speed and range of motion.
- Third Class Lever Example: Bicep curls; effort comes from biceps, fulcrum is the elbow, and weight acts as the load.
- Lever Classifications: First class (FAR), Second class (FRA), Third class (AFR).
- First Class Lever Balance: Important for maintaining equilibrium, e.g., balancing head on neck.
- Second Class Lever Efficiency: Capable of overcoming significant weights; useful in everyday activities requiring strength.
- Third Class Lever Dynamics: Achieves greater range of motion (ROM) and speed; examples include golf swings and throwing actions.
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Explore the concepts of levers with these flashcards focused on the classification of levers. Each card describes either a first class lever or a second class lever, with examples and definitions to reinforce understanding. Perfect for physics students looking to master this fundamental topic.
